Question Posted Saturday February 12 2005, 9:44 am
Ok so here's the deal. Im a 14 year old female and my best friend in the WORLD is 15 and he's a guy. I love having him around and he means the world to me! Recently, my feelings for him have been changing to say the least and he knows that but neways, My dad is really overbaring! He grew up in Jersey and was a jerk when he was a kid and he assumes that all 15 year old guys are the same way. He doesnt trust my friend even tho i do. It doesnt change how i feel about my best but it does kinda bother me that he doesnt trust ME to not do something i shouldnt. No matter what we're still gonna be BEST friends so it would be tonnnns better if he'd just lighten up!and i know that neither of us like hiding the fact that we're hanging out to w/e whenever we see or talk to my dad.
What should i do??
Secrets are never good. They burn inside and way heavily on your mind.
I think it is fantastic that you get along with the opposite sex so well. To be quite honest I have more male friends than female friends. Somehow they just seem easier to get along with.
But as happy that I am for you and your friend, I do have a problm with you lying to your dad. It isnt healthy for your relationship. If you and your dad cannot calmly communicate then it is not likely that you both will get along.
My best advice to you dear would be to communicate with your father your feelings. Let him know in a calm manner that you are thankful that he is concerned about you. Be sure and let him know that your male friend isnt as bad as your dad seems to think he is. Consider having your friend come around more often so that your dad might understand that he is a good person.
Keep in mind your dad is only trying to look out for your well being. Try and understand he is only doing what he thinks is best for you. Fathers will always be sceptical of young boys when it comes to their daughters.
Keep your friend close but keep your family closer. Try and balance the two. Communicate your feelings and you will succeed in both.
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